BMW 7-Series (2013) - Automotive News

CAR GARAGE | BMW 7-Series (2013) | The BMW 7-Series meets the highest global standards when it comes to aesthetic appeal and innovative technology. The upgraded BMW 7-Series reaffirms its stylish presence and sporting prowess in 2012 through new expressive design features at the front and rear. The new BMW 7-Series can be specified as an option with individual rear seats can be adjusted to That suit individual requirements. The long-wheelbase version of the BMW 7-Series provides the ideal platform on the which to maximise long-distance comfort. The introduction of the new multifunctional instrument display is accompanied by a technical and stylistic updates for the central Control Display positioned Between the driver and front passenger.

The V12 engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, direct petrol injection and continuously variable camshaft control represents the pinnacle of the BMW 7-Series engine range - no change there. The all-aluminum powerplant generates 400 kW/544 hp output of 5.972 cc displacement from its peak and makes torque of 750 Newton meters (553 lb-ft) available as low down as 1,500 rpm. With average fuel economy of 12.8 per 100 kilometres litres (22.1 mpg) and CO2 emissions of 299 g / km, this most cultured of merchants achieves unprecedented power efficiency for its class output. The 3-liter six-cylinder in-line engine stands out with its majestic power and Unparalleled high-revving character. The state-of-the-art powerplant is one of the first wave of highly efficient petrol engines to bring together the BMW TwinPower Turbo technology with High Precision Direct Injection Petrol, twin-scroll turbocharging, Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing and Valvetronic variable valve timing .

The BMW 7-Series is built around an extremely rigid passenger cell That Strikes a perfect balance Between weight reduction on the one hand and solid construction on the other, enabling it to satisfy the most stringent safety standards. Large supporting structures with a high load-bearing capacity and the intelligent use of high and ultra-high-tensile steels multi-phase coupled with a large number of aluminum components maximise the strength of the safety passenger cell, while keeping weight low. The combination of aluminum and steel roof body is unique in this segment. The body's bonnet, front side panels, front spring struts and doors are all made of aluminum likewise on the BMW 7-Series. Individual protection at every seat.

The BMW 7-Series is equipped as standard with front and side airbags for the driver and front passenger, plus head airbags for both rows of seats. All seats are fitted with three-point inertia-reel seat belts, and the driver and front passenger also have the benefit of the belt latch tensioners.